Miami-Dade County Public School Board Chairwoman Perla Tabares Hantman recently received an Honorary Degree in Public Service from Doral College during a commencement ceremony at the Wastco Center on the campus of the University of Miami. The Miami Lakes resident was recognized for her vision, leadership, determination and contributions to the community. The college said Hantman has been an articulate advocate for education and how it...

  Summer time is here and becoming fit just became a whole lot more fun! Get fit, get healthy, and get moving at the Enhance Fitness Program at Miami Lakes Congregational Church (MLCC). Join in the fun while improving flexibility, balance, heart health and strength. Stay mentally sharp, reduce the risk of falling and improve coordination. Classes for ages 55 and older are held in MLCC’s Fellowship Hall, 6701 Miami Lakeway South,...

  Miami Lakes and its Cultural Affairs Committee will host the 15th Annual Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks Show beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. The fun-filled event designed for the whole family will feature live entertainment, food trucks, and more, followed by a spectacular fireworks presentation. Sponsored by The Graham Companies, Main Street Children’s Dentistry and...

  Councilmember Marilyn Ruano automatically kept her seat on the Miami Lakes Town Council when no candidate challenged her by the end of last week’s qualifying period for an August special election. Ruano, who was appointed to replace former Councilmember Tony Lama who moved to Seattle, will serve her first full term in political office. Ruano created the Miami Lakes Special Needs Advisory Board and recently sponsored an ordinance...

  Miami Lakes has partnered with the Florida Department of Emergency Management and Everbridge to launch its Emergency Management and mass notification system in the town. The system will enable the Town to reach its residents and visitors effectively in the case of an emergency. It will also help the Town to contact citizens, staff and emergency personnel with the right messages at the right time, integrating the communication flow...